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Getting off the Grid at Monkey Maya

Getting off the Grid at Monkey Maya

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I’ve already outlined our somewhat stressful adventure trying to get to Monkey Maya from Kampot, but once we arrived at this secluded beachside hostel on the edge of the jungle and they handed us our welcome beers life was all good. Monkey Maya is located on the southern coast of Cambodia in Ream National Park about 45 minutes from Sihanoukville proper.  It is isolated, with no other resorts, restaurants or shops within walking distance.  They are not on the power…

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salt workers roundabout, Kampot
Hanging Out in Kampot

Hanging Out in Kampot

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Kampot is a sleepy little town on the Preaek Tuek Chhu River, near Cambodia’s southern coast. As soon as we pulled in to town I knew that I was going to like Kampot. With it’s wide promenade along the river, brightly colored shop house architecture and cute little cafes and restaurants sprinkled throughout, it is just the type of place Dan and I gravitate towards. We had been moving around every few days while Megan and Varshan were traveling with…

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Angkor Wat Apsaras
Cambodia: Exploring the Temples of Angkor

Cambodia: Exploring the Temples of Angkor

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Get ready for a lot of pictures, folks!  Those of you who know me well know that ancient architecture is kind of my thing.  I have been known to jump up and down like little kid in front of renaissance churches and get teary eyed gazing up at vaulted ceilings. I love old buildings and they are probably my favorite thing to photograph.  Therefore, visiting Angkor Wat and the other temples of Angkor was pretty much a dream-come-true for me….

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Trains, Buses and Tuk Tuks: Getting Around Southeast Asia

Trains, Buses and Tuk Tuks: Getting Around Southeast Asia

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One thing I know about myself: the actual act of traveling (getting from point a to b) stresses me out. I’m definitely the person who would rather be extra early to the airport and have to waste some time rather than rush there at the last minute. I am a planner and I like to have all of the information laid out ahead of time, and even more so if something goes wrong. Nothing drives me crazy like boarding an…

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